Charlotte FC Edges Dallas 3-2 After Toklomati Stoppage Goal

Charlotte FC defeated FC Dallas 3-2 at Bank of America Stadium after Idan Toklomati scored twice, including a stoppage-time winner, in a rain-soaked Major League Soccer match. The result ended Dallas' six-game unbeaten run and moved Charlotte to 13-8-7, according to Fox Sports.

FC Dallas took a 2-0 lead through Logan Farrington in the 22nd minute and Petar Musa in the 64th. Fox Sports reported Musa's goal was his franchise-record 19th regular-season goal, surpassing the previous mark of 18 set by Jason Kreis and later matched by others.

Charlotte responded when Toklomati scored in the 70th minute before assisting Harry Toffolo's equalizer in the 74th. Fox Sports reported Toklomati completed the comeback by scoring his second goal in the second minute of stoppage time, with Pep Biel providing the assist.

Kristijan Kahlina made four saves for Charlotte, while Dallas goalkeeper Daniel De Sousa Britto also recorded four saves, according to Fox Sports. Dallas entered the match at 13-7-8, while Charlotte had previously lost to Chicago after an eight-game unbeaten league streak.

Ashley Westwood, who has made 139 appearances for Charlotte across all competitions since joining in January 2023, said his focus remains on winning a trophy with the club.

"Since I've got here, [it's the] best decision that we've made and, thankfully, Zoran [Krneta, general manager] and the club put some faith in me, and I'd like to think I've paid them back." said Ashley Westwood, midfielder.

Westwood has recorded nine goals and 16 assists for Charlotte and produced 12 goal contributions this season, according to beIN Sports. He described the club's support and his desire to help build its future.

"This is the most love I've ever felt in my career and, I've said it, I won't be happy until I win something here." said Ashley Westwood, midfielder.

Westwood joined Charlotte in 2023 and said his commitment was influenced by the trust shown by general manager Zoran Krneta during his move to the club.

"I came here to build this club and help build it, so I had a determination to stick to my word. [Zoran] showed enormous faith in me signing with one ankle, so that was in my mind. I didn't want to let him down." said Ashley Westwood, midfielder.

The midfielder also spoke about the personal responsibility he felt after relocating with his family while recovering from injury.

"I didn't want to, more importantly, let myself down and let the family down. I've moved them all this way, so I can't just move them here and then mess them up again. It was a determination to come back from it." said Ashley Westwood, midfielder.

Charlotte will next play Columbus on Wednesday, while FC Dallas is scheduled to host Seattle on Wednesday, according to Fox Sports.